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Page 4 Kidney recipient, donor mark one-year milestone

Photo by Bob Scott Page 6 Franklin rang in the new year with the sixth annual Ruby Drop. Presented by Crabtree Family Enterprise and Main Street Mer- chants, the six-foot tall, seven-foot wide Ruby descended shortly before midnight welcoming in a new decade and a new year. Blind nonagenarian still making music Speeding violation results in trafficking arrest A New Years Eve traffic heroin, ecstasy, crack cocaine, a stop resulted in seizure of high-powered rifle, and drug para- nearly $10,000 in cash along phernalia. with more than 100 grams of Tran, who lists a Georgia ad- methamphetamine and other dress on his license, has family drugs. ties to Macon County and accord- Franklin Police Depart- ing to prior arrest reports, has an ment Officer Randy Dula extensive record dating back to clocked Tam Tran, 39, going the ‘90s in Franklin. Tran was over 70 miles per hour on the convicted of felony possession Sylva Road near Franklin with intent to sell a schedule VI Ford on Tuesday morning. and scheduled II substance in Franklin Police Chief 2004 in Macon County, making it Page 16 David Adams noted that Of- illegal to possess the rifle. ficer Dula initiated the traffic A traffic stop resulted in the confiscation of $10,000 in cash, Tran served six months on the FHS Panther Band leaving a mark in New Orleans stop for speeding and after a firearm, cell phones and various quantities of illegal drugs. 2004 conviction and by 2009 was becoming aware of the smell arrested and convicted again of 828.369.6767 PRST STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID of marijuana coming from the vehicle, initiated an investi- trafficking a schedule I substance. After being convicted in www.themaconcountynews.com PERMIT 22 [email protected] GOODER PUBLISHING CORP. gation. Officer Dula searched the vehicle and found nearly FRANKLIN, NC 28734-3401 $10,000 in cash, more than 100 grams of methamphetamine, See TRAFFICKING page 9 2 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 Last minute filing results in wide range of candidates this election cycle Brittney Lofthouse – Contributing Writer of Meadows as well as President Trump. There was question about whether other After eight years serving the United local politicians such as Macon County na- States House of Representative District 11, tive Kevin Corbin would abandon his can- Congressman Mark Meadows announced didacy for Senate and run for Congress his retirement last month. Shortly after the instead, however, the deadline to withdraw announcement, Senator Jim Davis headed for the Senate was on Dec. 17, which would to Raleigh to add his name to the ballot to make Corbin ineligible for a run in Con- run for Congress. gress, at least in this cycle. “For everything there is a season,” Rep Senator Jim Davis, however, who an- Meadows said in a release. “After prayer- nounced his retirement from the N.C. Sen- ful consideration and discussion with fam- ate, saw Meadows’ retirement as an ily, today I’m announcing that my time opportunity to seek higher office and im- serving Western North Carolina in Con- mediately set out toward Raleigh to file gress will come to a close at the end of this with the State Board of Elections. Like term.” Davis, multiple Republicans made the trip The deadline for Congressman Meadows to Raleigh to file for the seat ahead of the to file for office for a fifth term would have In mid-November, Karl Gillespie (center) announced his intention to run for the N.C. House seat deadline. In addition to Haywood County come at noon Friday, Dec. 17, and much being vacated by Kevin Corbin (right), who earlier had annouced his bid for the N.C. Senate seat realtor Lynda Bennett, Buncombe County speculation has been bandied about whether being vacated by Sen. Jim Davis (left). On Dec. 16, Davis traveled to Raleigh to file with the State resident Charles Archerd, also filed Dec. or not he had planned to do so. Although Board of Elections his intention to run for congressman as Rep. Mark Meadows has decided not to run for reelection. 16. Congressman Meadows’ Deputy Chief Meadows has publicly said that the new of Staff, Wayne King filed for the District congressional districts maps wouldn’t im- lions of Americans who feel Washington, and trade deals that were once thought im- 11 seat on Friday, Dec. 17, just before dead- pact his decision to run or not, he did not DC has forgotten them. Since serving possible. I have seen our law enforcement line. Along with King, other Republicans confirm what exactly that decision was alongside President Trump, I have been a and first responders receive the support filing for the seat include Dan Driscoll, until the announcement. witness to historic economic prosperity, un- they deserve and our military once again Joey Osborne, Steven Fekete, Jr., Dillon “This was a decision I struggled with employment levels I only dreamed of when put on a path to maintain its superiority. Gentry, Madison Cawthron, Matthew Bur- greatly,” he said. “These last 8 years, I have I took office, tax and regulatory reforms Through it all, I am so thankful to have ril, and Vance Patterson, who has chal- been so blessed to serve the people of [Dis- that are putting the American worker first, been able to serve and give back to the great lenged Meadows in past elections. trict] NC-11 and help give a voice to mil- our Israeli embassy moved to Jerusalem, country I call home.” Republican candidates are from all over the Meadows has climbed the political lad- district ranging from Winston Salem to der over the last four years and has posi- Banner Elk. tioned himself to be one of the most Tamara Lynn Zwinak filed to run as a powerful conservatives in Congress. His Green Party candidate, and according to her name has been on the top of the watch list registration with the State Board of Elec- for Chief of Staff for President Trump and tions, resides in Franklin. Tracey DeBruhl, despite previous claims he was not seeking a Libertarian candidate from Asheville filed a job within the Trump cabinet in the past, late on Dec. 17. it looks like that may have changed. The Macon County Board of Commis- “My work with President Trump and his sioners race also saw several last minute administration is only beginning,” said candidates. The District III seat, currently Meadows. “This president has accom- held by Paul Higdon will be an uncontested plished incredible results for the country in seat, meaning Higdon will be re-elected to just three years, and I’m fully committed to another term. For District II, up until late staying in the fight with him and his team to on the afternoon of Dec. 10, just one name build on those successes and deliver on his was on the ballot, Terry Bradley, former promises for the years to come. I’ve always Franklin Police Chief to run for commis- said Congress is a temporary job, but the sioner. That afternoon two others, both De- fight to return Washington, DC to its right- mocrats, filed to run for the District II seat, ful owner, We The People, has only just Olga Lampkin and Betty Cloer Wallace. By begun.” the Friday deadline, Republicans Bryan Congressman Meadows was one of many Rauers and Josh Young had also filed for outspoken Republicans during the recent District II, resulting in the seat now ap- impeachment vote in the House that ulti- pearing on the March primary ballot to pick mately voted to impeach President Trump. which Democrat and which Republican will Despite the vote in the House, Rep. Mead- appear on the November ballot. ows stands by the president and plans to Macon County Republican Karl Gillespie continue his support for President Trump filed to run for North Carolina House Dis- and his re-election campaign, which will trict 120 and while he will not have a March likely now feature Rep. Meadows in a new primary opponent, he will be running capacity in the White House. against a Murphy Democrat, Susan Landis Prior to Meadows’ announcement, sev- in November 2020. Another Macon County eral Democrats and even a Green Party can- Republican, Kevin Corbin, will face a didate from Macon County had already March primary opponent in Sarah Conway, announced their candidacy and intent to a Republican from Jackson County. The challenge the eight-year Congressman. winner of the March primary will appear on After the congressman’s announcement, the November ballot for Senate District 50. Haywood County Republican Lynda Ben- Primary elections in North Carolina will nett announced her intent to run for the Dis- be held on March 3. The General Election trict 11 seat. Bennett has been a supporter is set for Nov. 3. THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE 3

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means the world to me to know that I was I could tell everyone one thing it would able to make a difference. I never in a be to consider becoming a donor, a live million years thought about kidney dona- donor as we only need one kidney to tion until I came across Pat’s story on live.” Facebook, but seeing her plea to find a With a fresh, new outlook on life, compatible donor pulled at every one of Cable said that she doesn’t want to take my heart strings. Something in me anything for granted. thought ‘what if I could help her? What if “I believe that I was given this chance I was in this situation and I was told I was to fulfill some other purpose,” said going to die without getting a new kid- Cable. “I am still trying to find that pur- ney?’ I would only hope and pray that pose, but each day I put one foot in front someone would come forward to give me of the other, I spend lots of time with my a second chance. I'm not going to lie, it grandchildren who I adore.” was scary to think about having surgery While it has been a year since the taking a risk but the team at UNC in transplant, Cable said there is still more Chapel Hill where the surgery took place recovery she needs and some things she answered every question I had and was will have to do for the rest of her life. 19 East Palmer Street, Franklin, NC very informative of everything that would “My family knows how hard it has (the former Davis Realty building) happen before, during, and after surgery. I been for me since coming home to re- recently had some lab work done for my cover,” said Cable. “Taking the many 828-421-0820 yearly check up and everything looks transplant drugs that I take each day for great. The best part of all of this is the the rest of my life, at first they were very Winter Hours: friendship that Pat and I share. She has hard on my system, but have finally Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm became like a mother to me. My kids and calmed down, I don't have the shakes Saturday 10am – 3pm I adore her and her family.” like I did, the memory loss was the worst Cable said she hopes their story en- as I would see people that I know and courages others to get tested and brings couldn't remember who they were. But awareness to organ donation. it’s getting better I am so very thankful “There are so many people in North to Sheila for her act of kindness and love. Carolina alone waiting on a list for many I hope that others that are in need of a years to receive a gift of life, from a live kidney transplant know never to give up, donor or a deceased donor,” said Cable. that their day will come. Also I want to FREE “It is a sad thing for those that wait. So thank those that helped with my LLC many young children, babies, adults and fundraiser … before my operation. It Estimates older adults that are on dialysis awaiting helped with the cost of hotel stays, food, their chance. I happened to be a lucky gas for myself and my donor and her one. I remained positive during this entire family. Thank you for the support in my ordeal. I had so much going on in my life struggle from a few people that were at that time, but I continued my journey. If there for me after my surgery.” Driveways Asphalt Repair/Patching ✓ Parkings✓ Lots Grading ✓ ✓ Call Today: (828) 332-2722

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Ben Windle - Discover Church David Beam - First United Methodist Church Seniors celebrate 90-plus years Patrick O’Neal - Resurrection Lutheran Church Donations accepted: The Crawford Senior Services Center recently recognized all participants who celebrated a 90- Blankets, coats, cash, canned goods, non-perishable plus birthday in 2019. Shown here are (seated, L-R) Lucille Green, Olga Bell, and Dorothy Craw- foods, and personal items (toothbrush/paste, soap, deodorant, toilet paper, etc.). ford; (standing, L-R) are Nancy Brandon, Molly Gibney, Leroy Miller, Betty Dieckmann, George Moses, Joanna Morris and Pat Kendall. For information on services at the Crawford Senior Serv- 828.369.2642 | MACONCARENET.ORG ices Center, please call (828) 349-2058. 6 THE MACON COuNTY NEWS & SHOppING GuIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THurSDAY, JANuArY 2, 2020 Blind nonagenarian is still making music Deena C. Bouknight Contributing Writer

A big smile, extended hand, BRYANT’S ANTIQUE MALL and an offer to play his guitar and Open: Mon –Sat 9am –5:30pm, Sun 11am –5:30pm sing is commonplace for anyone 10114 Georgia Rd., Otto, NC visiting Frank Webb, who resides (828) 524-0280 at Grandview Manor. Blind since birth, Webb moved there four years ago when he turned 90 to • Replacement Windows • Sun & Vinyl Rooms be closer to one of his daughters, • Storm Windows • Patios Nancy Odom, and her husband, • Under Deck Roof Systems• Awnings Buddy. His full life, lived mostly • Mobile Home Roof Over • Carports in Florida, has included work, • Screen Rooms • Retractable Awnings marriage for 44 years to Norma • Retractable Screens Jean (who passed 12 years ago), and four children. Currently, his focus is on his music. If Webb is Install yourself, or professional not in his room enjoying myriad installation available tapes listened to in his tape player with headphones, he is (828) 524-8074 | 3791 Highlands Rd. • Franklin, NC playing his guitar and singing with Grandview Manor’s per- sonal care assistant for 18 years, David Woods. David Woods (left) plays guitar and sings harmony with Frank Webb at Grandview Manor in THE CLASSY FLEA “When he came in that first Franklin, occasionally taking the show on the road and playing for the residents at Franklin INDOOR FLEA MARKET day with a guitar, I knew we House as well. ANTIQUES, GOOD STUFF AND COOL JUNK would hit it off,” said Woods. “And we did. We hit it off right away. We like the same kind THURSDAY  SATURDAY 9AM  5PM volved in living as a blind person. “When I first met him, I 2 MILES SOUTH OF FRANKLIN OFF US 441 of music … gospel, bluegrass, and country. And then he shut my eyes to try to feel what he feels. I couldn’t. I admire 40 VENDORS played and sang ‘Truck Driving Man’ for me. That was it.” his spirit so much.” Woods and Webb have been playing together ever since. Webb’s daughter, Nancy Odom, commented: “What a TOMMY AND LYNN NICHOLSON Every Sunday, the duo plays and sings for residents at blessing my Dad has been not only in my life, but in watch- 51 Union Otto Daycare Road, Franklin, NC Grandview Manor, and then weekly, they drive to Franklin ing him touch others with his gift of music,” commented 828-421-7782 House to perform. Woods loads up their guitars in his car. Webb’s daughter Nancy Odom. “Being blind all his life and “And Frank knows the way,” he said, pointing out that Webb the challenges he’s had to endure … yet he continues to keep can identify where they are even though he cannot see. a great attitude about life. He loves the Lord with all his heart “Every time we go I ask him if he wants to drive. He says, and one day will be reunited with his loving wife (my ‘Maybe next time.’” mother).” Webb said he has always enjoyed music and learned to When they perform, Woods sings harmony and Webb play the guitar in his late ’70s or early ’80s after a sister, sings lead. Their signature songs are Webb’s favorites, Mary Ellen Webb, purchased a book on learning guitar. “She “Truck Driving Man” as well as “House of Gold.” Webb’s showed me where to put my fingers on the guitar she got for deeply passionate voice is complemented by Woods’ clear me. It was hard at first. You don’t learn the guitar overnight. harmony. ND But I practiced and play by ear. I know how to play at least “I had never played before with any resident, but I found NOW IN OUR 32 YEAR 50 songs.” He also plays the harmonica. a kindred spirit in Frank,” said Woods, a Franklin native who LADIES & CHILDREN’S CLOTHING - SHOES & ACCESSORIES Webb has never had a seeing-eye dog, but has used a guide has played throughout Macon County since he was 12 years (828)369-9600 stick to help him get around. He said where he lived in old. Woods has been given permission by Webb’s family to Hours: Mon.–Fri. 10am–6pm , Sat. 10am–3pm 107 Highlands Rd., Franklin, NC Florida he would walk everywhere. “I would go to the bus take him to other venues and they played together at Woods’ stop by myself and go all over the place. After I learned to family reunion. “Frank gets all the attention,” he quips. play, I would go to the radio stations and talk to the an- “I look forward to every time we play together,” said nouncers and perform for them.” Webb. “David and I have become good friends … the guitar He added, “I’ve been very content with being blind. It has- introduced us. n’t held me back. It’s just the way the good Lord made me.” “I never thought I would live to be 94 and playing and “He doesn’t see color, but he knows it,” explained Woods, singing,” said Webb. “I have all the faculties that God gave who has learned much since meeting Webb about what is in- me and I’m happy.” ANTIQUES, SHOPS & RV PARK BAHÁ’Í FAITH LIGHT OF UNITY

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SEATS 25! 71 CAT CREEK RD., FRANKLIN, NC 28734 - HWY. 441 • 828.524.0734 • WWW.COUNTRYSIDECHEVY.COM 8 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 Recent home fires spark safety reminders from local officials Brittney Lofthouse – Contributing Writer Cabe said that this time of year there is always an increase in res- idential fires, and homeowners should be more cautious. The threat of winter fires is real. While house fires can happen “Home fires occur more in the winter months than any other at anytime, the threat of residential fires in the winter months is time of year,” said Cabe. “Residents should keep anything that significantly higher. According to the United States Fire Admin- can burn at least three feet from all heat sources including fire- istration, 890 people die in winter home fires each year. And there places, wood stoves, and space heaters.” is an estimated $2 billion in property loss from winter home fires. Cabe offered additional advice for residents heading into the Winter home fires account for only 18 percent of the total num- New Year. ber of fires in the U.S., but result in 30 percent of all fire deaths “Maintain your heating equipment and chimneys and have with cooking being the leading cause of all winter home fires. them inspected by professionals,” said Cabe. “Make sure space A heat source too close to combustibles is the leading factor heaters have an automatic shut-off that shuts it off if it tips over. contributing to the start of a winter home fire (15 percent) with Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace to prevent 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. being the most common time for winter home embers or sparks from jumping out. Make sure the home has fires. working smoke detectors. Put ashes in a metal container with a In the two weeks leading up to Christmas, Macon County fire- lid, outside, at least three feet from your home.” fighters responded to three significant home fires, which resulted “Now is as good of a time as any to sit down with your chil- in some local families losing everything. dren and discuss what to do in the event of a fire in your home,” In early December, a structure fire was reported on Nickajack said Safe Kids Macon County Coordinator Corporal Nick Loft- Road and the Cullasaja Fire Department arrived at the scene house. around 2 a.m. According to Macon County Fire Marshal Jimmy In 2013, 334 children died in home fires. Eighty-seven percent Teem, the house was severely damaged from what appeared to of all fire-related deaths are due to home fires, which spread rap- have been a lightning strike. idly and can leave families as little as two minutes to escape once The house, which was a total loss, had a tree in the backyard an alarm sounds. that appeared to have completely exploded about 30 yards from the house, which is an indication of a lightning strike. Top tips offered by Safe Kids Worldwide Just a few days later on Wednesday, Dec. 18, the Macon Working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying in a fire by County Fire Marshal’s Office sent out a press release saying a nearly 50 percent. They are a critical first step for staying safe, but mobile home in the Nantahala community was destroyed as a re- in order to be effective, they have to be working properly. For sult of a fire. the best protection, install smoke alarms on every level of your Nantahala Fire and Rescue responded to the scene at 1001 U.S. home and in every sleeping area. Highway 19 around 7 p.m. and found the mobile home com- Teach kids never to play with matches and lighters. Make a pletely engulfed in flames. The two occupants of the home did habit of placing these items up and away from young children. not sustain any injuries, but the structure was entirely destroyed. Create and practice a home fire escape plan with two ways out Just a few days following the Nantahala Fire, on a Sunday of every room in case of a fire. Get a stopwatch and time how fast morning, a fire broke out at a home in Otto which resulted in sig- your family can escape. nificant damage. The fire was reported at 115 Marion Thomas Children should know how to respond to the sound of a smoke Road in Otto and the fire department reported to the scene around alarm. Teach them to get low and get out when they hear it. A 3 a.m. Sunday morning, along with the Clarks Chapel and West child who is coached properly ahead of time will have a better Macon Fire Departments. chance to be safe. According to Otto Fire and Rescue, the fire was believed to Use common sense in the kitchen. Limit distractions when have originated from a wood stove. Three occupants were inside cooking and don’t leave a hot oven or stovetop unattended. the home at the time, however, no injuries were reported. Blow out candles before you leave the room or before you go Macon County Emergency Management Director Warren to sleep. END OF SEASON SALE! STOREWIDE SALE – REGULAR HOURS, THURSDAY - SATURDAY

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Services submitted an annual report to the legislature on Nov. tionally, a new Referral, Screening and Verification Process The NCDHHS annual report assesses substantial progress 1 highlighting significant progress in the Transition to Com- (RSVP) tool was implemented for participants. RSVP re- in the first three of the six areas and acknowledges that sig- munity Living Initiative (TCLI) to assist people with mental moves a barrier to community integration by diverting peo- nificant effort continues under all six areas. This is a mean- illness find housing and services in the community. A hall- ple from settings that may be inappropriate for their needs. ingful leap forward from the previous year’s annual report, mark success of the program was a 27 percent increase in The tool also engages Local Management Entities/Managed which highlighted some improvements but none of the six housed individuals over the prior year. Care Organizations (LME/MCOs) in providing vital, com- areas with substantial progress. NCDHHS has until 2021 to The initiative was created in 2012 as part of the settlement munity-centered assistance. The adoption of RSVP helped achieve its goals in all six areas and is committed to build- with U.S. Department of Justice in response to an allegation increase diversions by 14 percent statewide. ing on present momentum and working with all its partners that individuals with serious mental illness were inappropri- On Oct. 26, the program’s independent reviewer released to do so. ately served in adult care homes. The settlement also pro- a separate review of the TCLI program. This report noted vides that people being discharged from state psychiatric that the initiative met its annual housing requirement for the hospitals should have greater opportunities to live and work first time since 2014. The independent reviewer noted also Continued from page 1 in the community. that NCDHHS has provided leadership to improve the man- TRAFFICKING “The TCLI program is key to our Behavioral Health agement, budgeting and oversight of the program. With the September 2009, Tran served six years in the Department of Strategic Plan released by the department in 2018 which number of referrals to the TCLI program continuing to rise, Corrections before being released in July 2015. aims to integrate care and increase the richness of our com- the independent reviewer cited the need for continued im- Tran’s charges include speeding, possession of drug para- munity levels of services,” said Kody H. Kinsley, Deputy provements in services, discharge and transition planning, phernalia, felony possession with intent to sell and distribute Secretary for Behavioral Health and Intellectual and Devel- quality assurance and performance and underlined delays in cocaine, two counts felony trafficking opium or heroin, two opmental Disabilities. “Our vision is for all persons with dis- pre-admission screening and diversion. counts felony trafficking in methamphetamine, felony pos- abilities to live, work and thrive in their communities to the “Collaboration with LME/MCOs and the NC Housing Fi- session with intent to manufacture, sell and district mari- fullest of their abilities.” nance Agency has been key to our success,” said Sam juana, felony possession of a scheduled I controlled The annual report highlights several successes. On June Hedrick, TCLI Director and Senior Advisor on the Ameri- substance, felony possession of a firearm by a felon, felony 30, 2019, the initiative had a total of 2,114 participants in cans with Disabilities Act. “Our person-centered approach maintaining a vehicle of a controlled substance and other supportive housing, which exceeded last year’s total by 27 to service delivery and supportive housing program is as- misdemeanor charges. percent. These gains position NCDHHS to exceed its goal sisting high-risk individuals to attain health, employment, Tran was booked into the Macon County Detention Cen- of assisting 3,000 TCLI participants to obtain supportive education and well-being.” ter on a $600,000 bond and will appear in court Jan. 8.

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Your mayor isn’t Santa Claus, Many of you have seen me riding around in a UPS pack- It was then that I realized that we were a team, and every- but I’v made a list and checked it age car delivering parcels to you this Christmas season. I one was important. I never missed work, because I saw that twice. The town board will de- count it a privilege to once again represent the company when someone was gone, it made things harder for the rest cide what is nice, not nice now, or that taught me many important life lessons. of us. I took good care of myself, and followed the safe lift- never nice. It will soon be the I grew up in a dysfunctional home with an abusive fa- ing techniques the supervisors taught us. budget planning season, so let me ther, with whom I never had a serious conversation. When, But it takes time to undo a bad reputation. When I grad- share what is on my list of budget as a 17-year-old, I finally escaped to college, I still had uated, I wanted to go on to graduate school in Grand items. many lessons to learn. With my paper route earnings, I was Rapids, Mich. But when Stacy Fales, my supervisor, told 2020 will be a census year able to pay my first semester expenses. Beyond that, I me he would not recommend me for rehire, I said I wasn’t where governments will assess would need money, so on the advice of a friend, who quitting until that changed. A couple of weeks later, he came where the country, state and re- Patrick Taylor worked there as a pre-loader, I applied for a job at the UPS up to me and said he would recommend me, but that UPS gion stands and what plans and Des Moines, Iowa Hub. had a policy against rehiring someone who moves to an- adjustments are ahead. Highlands needs to do the same. At the UPS always hired lots of students from Faith Baptist other state. I applied anyway, and was quickly rehired, top of my list will be to fund a comprehensive plan for the fu- Bible College. Still, it was a surprise when Gene Jackson along with another sorter, my classmate, who did the same ture of Highlands. This process is long overdue. It will cost called me a couple weeks later to offer me the job. I started thing. money because I believe we should hire a professional con- as an unloader, making $4.01/hour (more than double what My experience in Grand Rapids was much different. My sulting firm that specializes in this kind of process to guide our my classmates got working on campus at minimum wage Planning Board and other stakeholders through the process. supervisor, Jim Pediford, nick-named me “Steady Eddie.” I The notion that we can do a comprehensive plan with in-house (about $1.80/hour). We got out of classes at 11 a.m. and was determined to be the best employee I could possibly resources is not feasible to me. It is standard practice among rushed to get lunch and make the 30-minute drive to work be, and by the grace of God, by the time I quit there, my su- dynamic municipalities to bring in outside, neutral profession- by noon start time. It was the perfect schedule for my pervisor, Larry Dual, an older man, said I had become the als to advise the community through this arduous process. freshman year. We often worked less than three hours, but best smalls sorter he had ever seen. At this point, I believe Highlands needs to step back and do were guaranteed three. By the end of each semester, my Just when I needed it, God provided UPS to serve as my a comprehensive plan that will put us in a strategic position to school bill was paid off. surrogate father. I will forever be grateful to Him and to respond to impending change. With rapid changes in our soci- But it wasn’t easy. It was blistering hot in those trailers. UPS. ety, especially those driven by technological innovations, it will I thought I might sweat to death! They encouraged us to be difficult, if not impossible, to precisely predict the future in take salt tablets and drink lots of water. My supervisor, Dan Ed Hill – Franklin, N.C. the coming years. But, Highlands needs to have mechanisms Damerville, was a frail, sickly looking man, who later, in place to make good decisions in order to navigate these in- after a long absence, died of cancer. It was said that he re- evitable pressures and disruptions. jected Christ because he had never seen a Christian who Who can trust Donald Trump? With that said, I do believe a comprehensive plan can and actually put into practice what he said he believed. I did- should help the community envision what we want Highlands n’t realize he was watching closely and counting packages Since the July 25, 2019, phone call from President to be in the future. It will not be a simple task, and it will take coming out of my trailer. He wrote me up for putting out Trump to President Zelensky we have heard a tale that is many months to complete the task. less than the 1,000 packages/hour standard for unloaders. incredible. First-we have not even seen the actual call tran- I also want the town to invest in making Highlands more It wasn’t that I couldn’t have done better: I just didn’t script. How can we reasonably decide what was said and user friendly. It will be time for us to upgrade the town website. think it was important. It was just a job to pay my school meant merely by reading a draft rather than the actual I would like to see more emphasis on putting day to day infor- bill. After this happened twice, Duane Thornburg, the Hub words? Second-some have stated that Ukraine did not even mation on the site. For instance, if there is road work being Manager, called me up to his office. “Aren’t you attend- know that the 391 million was on hold. So, that is how done in a particular area, let’s have a page where we can let ing that Bible college up there in Ankeny?” “Ye-e-es,” I Donald Trump “deals” with a struggling ally in desperate folks know. I also want the website to be easier for residents need of military aid to hold off an invading world power? to give feedback to their elected representatives. said, already sensing where he was going with the con- I also hope we can start broadcasting our town board meet- versation. “What are you studying for?” I said I wanted to He doesn’t even inform them of the hold on funds? Thus, ings on an open access TV channel. be a minister. “Don’t you think you will need to have the no explanation. Why? With the new fiber network this effort should be possible. respect of the people around you to be a minister? The peo- Are Americans expected to believe that Ukraine’s lead- I am also thinking about bringing back an old fashion ple you work with don’t respect you because they know ers did not know? Are Ukrainians that inept? Are they that method of getting community feedback by placing a suggestion you’re not giving 100 percent.” Embarrassed and ashamed, ignorant? I don’t think so! box somewhere at town hall. My idea is to have postcard I wanted to crawl under my chair. It hadn’t gotten through Were other countries withholding aid? Are we know- forms where folks can make suggestions. I believe in citizen to me that even my peers were watching me, and that it ingly helping Russia with their invasion? Are we un- confidentiality, but I would hope residents would provide their mattered whether or not I did my best on the job. One of knowingly helping Russia? What is the truth here? contact information so someone in town hall, probably the the guys I car pooled with, Mr. Porter, a scrawny married Does President Zelensky trust Donald Trump? Does mayor, could acknowledge and respond to their suggestion. student with a couple of kids to support, unloaded over Vladimir Putin? Who can trust Donald Trump? So, these items are at the top of my new year list. I will share 1.400 packages/hour. Always an athlete, I could easily more items next week. have done that, or better. Dave Waldrop – Webster, N.C.

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Points to ponder for the New Year do gooder, when will someone suggest that perhaps China, India and other countries who continue to burn fossil fuels The reason so many of us latch onto a conspiracy theory stop their shenanigans and help stop the world’s pollution. Narcotics Anonymous and never check facts is that some of us are unable to con- We’re already reduced our pollution by more than 75% but nect the dots with logical thought. what about the other guys? offers hope for addiction One of the reasons we learned algebra, calculus and other China’s pollution grows worse every year and they have Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a worldwide fellow- sciences in school was to teach us how to think logically. no intention of stopping soon. ship of people who desire to get, and stay clean from Many of us failed. This leads us to a propensity to follow I’m sure President Trump is aware of the problem but he drugs. NA is a group of recovering addicts who follow conspiracy theories. feels it best to rebuild our economy and then take action to a 12-step program patterned after Alcoholics Anony- Which leads us to the question of equality for all. OK, control carbon emissions. He does not favor America sac- mous. one guy has an IQ of 70 and someone else an IQ of 140 rificing itself first. There are no dues, fees, or requirements for member- which in turn asks the question of whether the lower IQ per- OK, we can just become one large farm and just grow ship other than a desire to stop using drugs. NA is a spir- son should earn as much as the smatter fellow. food. Ah, but we forget that using organic methods for itual but not a religious fellowship. NA is about more No doubt this has always been a source of hatred for farming won’t feed even 20 percent of our rapidly growing than attending meetings. It is about a new way of life. many and for example while the Iranian IQ is barely 70 the population. Obviously, we will need fertilizer to grow Nevertheless, meetings are the best place to start. average Jewish IQ is around 116. Jews are very smart folks enough food for all and this means we will have to use half Schedule of local meetings: right up there with the people of Hong Kong and Singa- of our fossil fuels to do so. Yes, it takes lots of oil and coal – Attitudes Can Change Group - Mondays 7-8 p.m., pore. to make fertilizer. and Fridays 7:30-8:30 p.m., at Presbyterian Church, 26 The Left understands this problem and have used it to Anyway, the intelligent will get the point but most of the Church St., Franklin. tear America apart, believing that if they can convert us to lower IQ folks will hate Jews, black Americans, successful – Open Mind Group - Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-8 Socialism they can then apply an iron fist and force us into people, cops, America and anyone else who can actually p.m., at Clayton Presbyterian Church, 150 N. Church obedience. For a fact, I know of some Dems who believe connect the dots of logic and reason. St., Clayton, Ga. that a dictatorship would be better for us. So what do you want, Socialism which is dehumanizing – Not High Noon West Group - Mondays, Wednes- Anyone with a brain and able to use it knows that the im- and brings out the worst in us or freedom to be whatever days and Fridays 12-1 p.m., Sylva First Methodist peachment junk going on against President Trump is be- you can be? Church (back entrance), 77 Jackson St., Sylva. cause the Left had hoped to convert our country into a Find out more online at NA.org, or text a zip code to Socialist regime. Trump has been our bulwark against a Bob Wilson – Franklin, N.C. (855)227-6262 and receive a texted reply of all meet- takeover by the Left and the swamp critters. ings near that location. To speak to a member, call the Anyone who knows history will tell you that Socialism help line at (888)764-0365. works for a while when the government steals from the rich Talented bands made parade a fantastic event For more information or questions, call Diana at but must soon steal from the middle class and finally the (828)226-9932. poor. At that point, Socialism collapses and everyone suf- Parades are a wonderful part of the Christmas holiday fers and the government owned industries cease operation. tradition. A Christmas parade with a band is even more spe- In the meantime, we are dealing with some Dems who cial as was the case when the Highlands Christmas parade have inherited their wealth and had failed at everything they of Dec. 7 was honored to have two bands. The Macon County News letters page is a tried to do yet claim superiority over others. The immensely talented bands from Franklin High Then we have the Hollywood types who simply because School and Rosman High School were premier attractions public forum open to a wide variety of they played a hero or heroine in a movie believe they re- and a special treat for all those attending the parade. Their opinions. Letters are neither accepted nor ally do know what the rest of us need. Most are in reality outstanding performance was certainly one of the highlights rejected on the basis of the opinions ex- pretty dumb but folks believe in them. of the parade and greatly appreciated by the hundreds in at- pressed. Writers are asked to refrain from Just ask Kim Darby who had to visit psychiatrists be- tendance. cause she kept playing parts years after her movies. I want to offer my sincere thanks to each and every band personal attacks against individuals or While all this is going on, the radical Left wants to shut member for their part in helping make the Highlands pa- businesses. Letters are not necessarily re- down all of our carbon emitting industries including air- rade a fantastic community event. flective of the opinions of the publisher, ed- lines and automobiles. Jack Calloway – Highlands, N.C. itor or staff of The Macon County News. OK, there is some merit to this idea but wait a minute,

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Miles Gregory was honored during the Decem- Visitation restrictions will be in place during peak flu season, ber meeting of the Macon County Board of Com- which generally lasts through the first of April, and the hos- missioners after Gregory submitted his letter of pitals kindly asks that the following individuals do not visit resignation from the Macon County Airport Au- during this time: thority board, where he served as the chairman for • Children under 12 years of age, more than 25 years. • Pregnant women, and Macon County Board of Commissioners Vice • People with chronic lung diseases. Chair Ronnie Beale, along with commissioners In order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of its patients Paul Higdon and Gary Shields presented Gregory and to help prevent the spread of infection, the community with a Michael Rogers landscape painting to show is being asked to: the county’s appreciation for his years of leader- • Limit the number of visitors to three per patient. ship. • If you have flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough or “Without him, we wouldn’t have one of the runny nose, please do not visit. nicest airports in this area,” Beale said. • Remember to wash your hands before entering and ex- In addition to serving as chairman of the Airport Macon County Board of Commissioners Vice Chair Ronnie Beale shakes iting a patient’s room and after leaving the hospital. Authority since its inception more than 25 years the hand of the retiring Miles Gregory. Gregory has served in many differ- • Patients who are in the hospital for tests or procedures ago, Gregory also served as a county commis- ent capacities for Macon County, most recently as chair of the Macon and have a flu-like illness (fever over 100 degrees with sioner from 1978 to 1986; and served on the North County Airport Authority, where he served for more than 25 years. cough or sore throat), should ask for a mask. Carolina Board of County Commissioners for six The best ways to protect against the flu are to: years, including a year as president of the organization. While 50 years as a local realtor, and one of his successful visions • Get vaccinated. It is not too late to get a vaccination. serving for Macon County, Gregory was instrumental in the was the creation of the Westgate Plaza. He also had a hand in • Practice good health habits. Avoid close contact with oth- water and sewer expansion to the Industrial Park and the cre- recruiting Lowe’s to Franklin and as well as developing First ers; stay home when sick; practice good hand hygiene; cover ation of the Emergency Management Services. Citizen’s Bank and two years ago, the new Westgate Terrace your nose and mouth with a tissue; and avoid touching your Gregory has been instrumental in implementing many im- Apartments. eyes or mouth. provements to the airport including the extension and widen- Gregory said it was an honor to serve with a board that • If prescribed by a physician, take flu antiviral drugs. ing of the runway, construction of a new terminal, security worked well together and kept pushing through even when For more information about the flu and effective preven- fencing and repaving of the taxiway. Gregory has worked for times were tough and funding was tight. tion methods, visit http://www.cdc.gov/flu/. Select Bank and Trust purchases three local Entegra Bank branches Brittney Lofthouse – Contributing Writer our new customers and employees to our bank in the days ahead,” said William L. In early December, Entegra Bank and “Bill” Hedgepeth II, president and chief ex- First Citizens Bank announced that before ecutive officer of Select Bank. the Department of Justice would approve “Select Bank shares the same values and the two bank’s merger, three local Entegra philosophies of our two companies. We be- Bank branches would have to be sold. In a lieve Select Bank will be a great fit for these follow up announcement just before Christ- customers and communities,” said Roger mas, the two entities announced that Select Plemens, president and chief executive of- Bank and Trust would be purchasing the ficer of Entegra Bank. three branches which include the Highlands The transaction must first pass through location, the Entegra branch located near state and federal regulatory approvals, and the Holly Springs Plaza in Franklin, and the it is expected to close during the second Sylva location. quarter of 2020. It is also contingent upon Select Bank was founded in 2000 and op- the completion of the merger between En- erates in 18 locations in North Carolina, tegra and First Citizens Bank. South Carolina and Virginia. Once the merger of First Citizens Bank As part of the agreement, Select Bank and Entegra Bank takes place, Entegra will assume approximately $180 million in Bank offices will initially operate as Ente- deposits and will purchase approximately gra Bank, a division of First Citizens Bank. $110 million in loans. Customer accounts at the 15 Entegra Bank “Today’s agreement with Select Bank locations will be converted to First Citizens represents a step forward in the merger with Bank’s systems and operations later in Entegra. Select Bank is known for its long- 2020. standing commitment to customer service. Also, on the date of merger, First Citizens We’ll work together to ensure a smooth Bank will temporarily acquire the three transition,” said Frank Holding, chairman local divested branches in the merger with South Macon gets $500 grant for Maker Space and chief executive officer of First Citizens Entegra Bank, but those accounts ultimately Bank. South Macon Elementary School was the recipient of the 2019 Educational Alliance Grant from will not be converted to First Citizens Exxon Mobil. Susie Norton and David Land of Exxon Mobil delivered the award on Wednesday, “We’re excited about extending our pres- Bank’s systems. Select Bank will acquire Dec. 4. Elin Harrell, a first grade student presented Allison Guynn, principal of South Macon ence to these Western North Carolina com- and convert customer accounts at the three with the grant check for $500. South Macon will use the grant to fund expansion of their munities and look forward to welcoming local divested Entegra Bank locations. S.T.E.A.M Maker Space. THuRSDAy, JAnuARy 2, 2020 VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THe MACon CounTy neWS & SHoPPInG GuIDe 13 BuSIneSS 308 Depot St. Anna Maria Bridal cuts ribbon at new shop Franklin, NC The Franklin Chamber of (828)524-2419 or Commerce recently wel- (828)524-3395 comed Anna Maria Bridal with a ribbon cutting celebra- tion. 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December 30 possession of heroin. An unsecured bond of $2,500 was set. Ashley Marie Vasallo, 20, of Franklin, was charged with possession of marijuana paraphernalia, failure to complete December 4 community service, notice to revoke unsupervised probation Dustin Ray Conrad, 26, of Josiah Dr., Waynesville, was The Macon County Sher- failure to pay $550. A secured bond of $15,000 was set. Jor- charged with failure to appear for habitual felon, possession iff’s Department, Franklin dan C. Sutton made the arrest. of drug paraphernalia, possession of marijuana up to 1/2 oz, Police Department or Jack- possession of stolen motor vehicle, possession of a controlled son County Sheriff’s Depart- Franklin Police Department substance on prison/jail premises, possession of metham- ment made the following phetamine. A secured bond of $5,000 was set. arrests Dec. 3 - 30. All sus- December 17 Coy Robert Gunter, 28, of Sols Creek Church Rd., pects are innocent until Tonya Touvoui Lee, 54, of Old Barn Dr., was charged with Tuchaseegee, was charged with failure to appear on commu- proven guilty in a court of failure to return rental property. A secured bond of $5,000 nicating threats and simple assault. A secured bond of $750 law. was set. Officer Kirkland made the arrest. bond was set. Mickael Gerad Murphy, 39, of Turtle Rock Lane, Tuck- Macon County December 19 asegee, was charged with failure to appear for speeding, driv- Sheriff’s Department Amber Rae Czerok, 27, of Locust Creek Rd., Sylva, was ing while impaired. A secured bond of $1,200 was set. charged with drug/narcotic violations. No bond was set. Of- Marcus Brandon Cobaugh, 27, of Rockwood Rd., Canton, December 17 ficer Evans made the arrest. was charged with failure to dim headlamps, possession of Carmelita May Pike, 24, of Otto, was charged with failure marijuana paraphernalia, possession of drug paraphernalia, to appear. A secured bond of $6,000 was set. Troy L. Burt December 21 possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, made the arrest. Amanda Joy Lomas, 35, of Watauga Rd., was charged with possession with intent to sell/deliver marijuana. No bond was harboring a fugitive, resisting a public officer. A secured bond set. December 19 of $2,000 was set. Officer Dula made the arrest. Brandon J. Parrish, 20, of Franklin, was charged with pos- December 5 session with intent to manufacture/sell/deliver a schedule III December 22 Lloyd Joshua Mitchell, 22, of Old Number 4 Rd., Chero- controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia. A se- Wesley Wayne Cochran, 45, of Fox Ridge Circle, was kee, was charged with order for arrest for common law rob- cured bond of $5,000 was set. Nick Lofthouse made the ar- charged with criminal summons for failure to work after bery. A secured bond of $10,000 was set. rest. being paid, obtaining property by false pretense. A secured Juanita Marie Clevland, 44, was charged with failure to ap- bond of $2,000 was set. December 6 pear. A secured bond of $3,000 was set. Timothy B. Carter Michael Gene Blankenship, 65, of second degree trespass. made the arrest. December 25 A secured bond of $100 was set. Jesse Alexander Adler, 31, was charged with sex offender/ Maria Eugenia Lozada Gomez, 29, of West Blvd., was Robert Larry Sawyer, 50, of Lazy Bear Ridge, was charged child on premises. A secured bond of $10,000 was set. Clay charged with simple assault. Officer Beegle made the arrest. with possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of A. Saunders made the arrest. methamphetamine, felony larceny. An unsecured bond of Belinda Ann Clark, 46, was charged with financial card December 28 $3,000 was set. theft. A secured bond of $20,000 was set. Clay A. Saunders Donald Ray Van Meter, 38, of Ridgecrest Heights, was Ashley Elizabeth Hooper, 32, of Sylva, was charged with made the arrest. charged with assault on a female, simple assault. A secured possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of metham- bond of $1,500 was set. phetamine. An unsecured bond of $1,000 was set. December 20 Teresa Marie Roquemore, 40, was charged with failure to Jackson County Sheriff’s Department December 7 appear for felony harboring an escapee, resist a public officer. Isaiah Thomas Frady, 25, of Paint Bucket Dr., Whittier, was A secured bond of $4,000 was set. Jonathan C. Bean made the December 3 charged with communicating threats, assault on a female. No arrest. Jason Leroy Paul, 25, of Long Branch Rd., Cherokee, was bond was set. Miguel Angel Lopez-Hernandez, 27, was charged with as- charged with failure to appear for driving while license re- Devon Ray Watson, 26, of East Sylva Circle, was charged sault on a child under 12. A secured bond of $1,000 was set. voked not impaired revocation, possession of stolen with second degree trespass, misdemeanor larceny. A secured Troy L. Burt made the arrest. goods/property. A secured bond of $1,000 was set. bond of $1,500 was set. Amber Lynn Williamson, 33, was charged with possession Kristy Marianne Sheldon, 26, of Bryson Knob Rd., Jonathan Lee Edmonds, 34, of American Lane, Raven, Ga., of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, lar- Franklin, was charged with failure to appear for driving while was charged with fugitive warrant/failure to maintain lane, ceny of a motor vehicle, larceny, injury to personal property, license revoked not impaired, unsafe lane change. A secured possession of drug related object, possession of metham- larceny, injury to personal property. A secured bond of $7,000 bond of $2,000. phetamine. A secured bond of $3,000 was set. was set. Jonathan C. Bean made the arrest. Robert Allen Blocker, 62, of Scary Branch Rd., Bryson Barbara Heather Luker, 35, of Luker Branch Rd., Tuck- Rd., was charged with impeding traffic, resist, obstruct and asegee, was charged with possession of controlled substance December 22 delay. A secured bond of $150 was set. in jail, misdemeanor child abuse. A secured bond of $2,200 Jason Christian Watson, 41, was charged with assault with Layne Michael Kanash, 23, of Dillsboro Rd., was charged was set. a deadly weapon, assault on a female. A secured bond of with failure to appear on operate a vehicle with no insurance Clarissa Anne Smith, 30, of Second St., Franklin, was $3,000 was set. Joseph A. Raby made the arrest. and fictious or altered tag. A secured bond of $100 was set. charged with resist/obstruct/delay, possession of drug para- Anthony Travis Arrwood, 33, of Saint James Place, Cul- phernalia, possession of schedule I controlled substance, pos- December 23 lowee, was charged with attempted larceny, injury to personal session of methamphetamine, possession with intent to Austin Lee Connally, 33, was charged with possession of property, conspire to commit felony larceny, larceny of a manufacture/sell/deliver methamphetamine. No bond was set. methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia. No motor vehicle, break or enter a motor vehicle. A secured bond bond was set. Nick Lofthouse made the arrest. of $10,000 was set. December 8 Zachary Martin Bombay, 25, of Blockhouse Rd., was William Joseph Conner, 28, of Oak Hill Dr., was charged December 24 charged with misdemeanor probation violation, civil con- with failure to appear for driving while license revoked, do- Sandra Leah Ann Clark Turlington, 30, was charged with tempt for child support. A secured bond of $2,800 was set. mestic violence protective order violation, misdemeanor lar- trespass of real property. An unsecured bond of $500 was set. Julie Anne Smith, 52, of Holly Forest Lane, Whittier, was ceny, assault on a female. A secured bond of $12,000 was set. Parrish W. Young made the arrest. charged with failure to appear for possession/displayed/al- tered/fictitious/revoked driver’s license, driving while license December 9 December 27 revoked not impaired revocation. A secured bond of $750 was Janette Louise Millett, 44, of Larkspur Lane, Cullowhee, Jamie Lee Young, 30, was charged with fugitive out of state set. was charged with failure to appear for driving while licence felony. A secured bond of $3,000 was set. Clay A. Saunders Lacie Dawn Brewer, 40, of Andrews Rd., Almond, was revoked impaired revocation. A secured bond of $750 was made the arrest. charged with possession of a schedule I controlled substance, set. Visit us online at www.TheMaconCountyNews.com THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE 15 Macon Medication Assistance Program located at the back of the COMMUNITY CALENDAR First Baptist Church is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10 Franklin Alcoholics Anonymous “Open Meetings” are for anyone a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (828)524-5258. who thinks they may have a drinking problem or for anyone interested CHURCH in the A.A. recovery program. Meetings are held on Tuesday, 7:30 CarePartners Hospice Support Groups for anyone who has lost a.m., and Thursday, 12 noon at St. Agnes Episcopal Church, 66 loved ones. Facilitated by the Bereavement Staff of CarePartners Hos- Church St.; Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 5:30 p.m., at First United pice, the Women’s Support Groups meet the third Wednesday of the HAPPENINGS Methodist Church Outreach Center, 66 Harrison Ave.; Thursday, 7 month at 11:30 a.m. and 4 p.m.; the Men’s Support Groups meet the Spiritual Light Center on Sunday, Jan. 5, 11 a.m., Dee Daley will p.m. at St. Cyprians Episcopal Church, 216 Roller Mill Rd.; Saturday, second Monday of the month at 11:30 a.m., at the Sunset Restaurant speak on "Bless & Release." Movie night is held every Tuesday at 4:30 10 a.m., Asbury Methodist Church in Otto. For more information or to on Harrison Ave. CarePartners Home Care and Hospice is located at p.m., potluck held afterward. The church is located at 80 Heritage Hol- speak with a member of A. A., call (828)349-4357 or visit our website 170 Church St. For more information, call (828)369-4206. low Dr., behind the Gazebo Restaurant in Heritage Hollow. www.aawnc80.org. Serving Spoon Serves a Hot Meal on Thursday, 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Divine Worship with Holy com- If anyone knows the whereabouts of baby Jesus, please bring Town’s Jaycee Building except on Thanksgiving. munion is held on Sunday 10:30 a.m. Rev. Fred Balke is the pastor. Him back. The outdoor manger scene in the front yard of St. Francis The church is located one block north of SR 64 next to BP Station. CareNet Food/Clothing Drive is being held at Edward Jones branch of Assisi Catholic Church has been a part of their Christmas for many, Visitors are welcome. For more information, call (828)369-1006 or office at 209 Highlands Road through Dec. 18. Acceptable donations many years. In all of those years no one has ever taken baby Jesus include unexpired non-perishable food, blankets, and jackets in various web site gslc-franklin.com. out to celebrate His birthday with Him, until this year. His birthday is sizes. Questions, contact the branch at (828)369-5383 over, bring him back. No questions will be asked. Thank you. Grace Presbyterian Church (EPC) Services with Pastor Toby NC Mountain Made at 36 E Main Street, and Charity’s Hair Stu- Popeare are Sunday School, 9:45 a.m., Worship 11 a.m., Wednes- High Mountain Squares "Am I Blue Dance," will be held on Friday dio, 493 Highlands Road, are collecting nonperishable food items for day Bible Study 6 p.m. The church is located at 360 First St. night, Jan. 3, 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. at the Robert C Carpenter Commu- CareNet due to the fact the food pantry no longer receives these items (828)369-6800. Visit www.graceepc-frankin.com or find us on face- nity Building, Ga. Rd., Franklin. Keith Lester from Royston, Ga., will from USDA. book @ gracepresbyterianchurch-EPC be the caller. Western-style square dancing, main/stream and plus levels. Classes start Feb. 3. Everyone is welcome. For information, Volunteer drivers needed at Macon County Senior Services. Franklin Church of the Nazarene Service times are Sunday call (828)787-2324, (828)332-0001, (727)599-1440, (706)746-5426. Mileage will be reimbursed. For more information, call (828) 349-0211. School, 9:30 a.m. Praise and worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday night prayer service 6 p.m. The church is located at 266 Belle Dowdle Rd. Arduino Club will meet on Saturday, Jan. 4, 1 to 5 p.m. at the Macon Mens Teen Challenge Needs Good Quality Lumber for its wood- in Franklin. County Library. Stop by during this time to make a robot or motorized working Shop. Pick up in Franklin area. To donate, call (828)369-1177. game. For more information, email [email protected]. Morrison Presbyterian Church Sunday Worship Service is held at Al-Anon is a Fellowship of Relatives and Friends of Alcoholics 9:30 a.m. The church is located off 441S.; take the first right after the "What were the most important events of 2019 and what are your who believe their lives have been affected by someone's drinking. Al- visitors center onto Morrison Church Rd.; go 1/4 mile to the church. predictions for 2020?" is the topic for the Franklin Open Forum on Anon meets at the Macon County Public Library Saturdays at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, 7 p.m., at the Rathskeller Coffee Haus & Pub, located Franklin Seventh Day Adventist Church Services are, Saturday Downtown at 58 Stewart St. below and behind Books Unlimited. Uptown Gallery Free Classes and Open Studio are held every Tues- Sabbath school 9:30 a.m., Saturday services 11:30 a.m., Wednes- Those interested in an open exchange of ideas, dialogue, not debate, day from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day prayer meetings 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 71 Brindle are invited to attend. For more information, call (828)371-1020. gallery is located at 30 East Main St. For more information, call Rd., Franklin. Pastor is Glenn Marshall. For more information, call (828)349–4607. (828)524-5493. Tuckaseigee River Chapter #373 of Trout Unlimited will meet on Tuesday, Jan. 7, at the United Community Bank 1640 E. Main St. Macon Chips Local Wood Carving Club is dedicated to the tech- Iotla Baptist Church services are Sunday School at 10 a.m., fol- in Sylva. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. A hand crafted fly rod by fellow chap- niques and methods of wood carving. The club meets Thursdays at lowed by worship service at 11 a.m. Sunday and Wednesday ter member Jim Mills will be raffled. The speaker this month is Callie 6:30 p.m., in the Franklin High School wood shop. Interested persons evening supper 5:30 p.m., services at 6:15 p.m. The church is lo- Moore from Mountain True. Guests are welcome to attend. are cordially invited. For additional information, call (828)369-2144. cated at 1537 Iotla Church Road. Pastor is Brandon Breedlove. For more information, call the church office at (828)524-7167. Baha'is of Macon County host Multifaith Devotions and Discus- Franklin Golf Association meets on Thursdays, 9 a.m., at the sions, every Thursday, 7:30 p.m. in Franklin, is open to members of Franklin Golf Course. For more information, call Franklin Golf Course Grace Baptist Church Sunday School is at 10 a.m.; Sunday morn- all faiths (or no particular faith). Share a prayer, story, song or artwork at (828)524-2288. ing worship service at 11 a.m.; Sunday evening at 6 p.m., and that inspires you. The topic for Thursday, Jan. 2, will be "The Inner Wednesday evening prayer meeting at 7 p.m. Pastor is Frank Ro- and Outer Light." The topic for Thursday, Jan. 9, will be "The Power Celebration of Mountain Music is held on Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m., at driguez. The church is located at 143 Setser Branch Rd. of Humility." Free and open to all. Email [email protected] for details the Robert C Carpenter Community Building,1288 Georgia Road, and directions. Franklin. Join them to jam, sing, dance or just enjoy traditional moun- Bethesda Baptist Church Sunday morning service 10:30 a.m., tain music. For more information, call (828)524-3485. Sunday evening 5 p.m. Direction are North Jones Creek Rd. to Giles Gastric Bypass Support Group will meet on Jan. 14, 6:30 p.m., at Holler Rd., then turn left. For more information, call (828)524-2454. Angel Medical Center 3rd floor Conference room. For more informa- Free Ping Pong at the Robert C. Carpenter Building on Tuesdays, tion, call Linda at (828)524-5635 or Betsy at (828)347-5244. 2 p.m., Thursday, 10 a.m., 441 So. in Franklin. Email church calendar items to [email protected] ANSWERS FOR PG. 21 ANSWERS FOR PG. 21 PG. FOR ANSWERS SUDOKU CROSSWORD PUZZLE 16 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 FHS band gets national attention performing at Sugar Bowl Brittney Lofthouse – Contributing Writer

The Franklin High School Marching Band travelled to Louisiana this week to perform during the halftime show of the Georgia Bulldogs vs. Baylor Bears football game. The 80-member band performed in front of thousands during the Sugar Bowl Parade, marching down the French Quar- ter in New Orleans. The Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year’s Eve Parade was a Mardi Gras-style parade with floats, bands and more. The Panthers were selected last March for the honor of performing in the Sugar Bowl parade, and have been fine-tuning their skills ever since. They were chosen from more than 700 bands in the country, classified 2A, and only nine bands were se- lected for this venue from across the coun- try for a combination performance during halftime in front of 85,000 people. A 2A Franklin High School Marching Panther Regiment pose for a photo in front of the WWII museum in New Orleans, La., on a sight-seeing tour before their classification means that the band has be- Sugar Bowl performance slated for New Year’s Day. At right, the band racks up the awards at the Sugar Bowl Battle of the Bands with six first place tro- tween 80 – 120 students enrolled in that phies aznd the Jackson Square Best Band Award, the overall highest award a band can receive for the competition. program. “For any Bowl Game, directors across Travis Carpenter was selected for the Cen- nitely put our small town on the national the country have to go through a series of ter Snare position for the mass band dur- map. A segment of our Franklin Band's audition materials and sending in videos, ing the Sugar Bowl Performance, and was French Quarter performance was recorded tapes, and judges comments from the past given the chance to start the entire produc- and selected to be used for the nationwide two or so years,” Franklin High School tion. commercial on New Years Eve for Dick Band Director Buddy Huckabee said of the Ahead of the New Years Day perform- Clark /Ryan Seacrest’s Rocking New Years process last September. “You also have to ance at halftime at Mercedes-Benz Super- Eve program! Seeing our kids on that na- send in pictures, audio, and video files of dome, the Franklin High School Marching tional commercial brought tears to my any extra things you do within the com- band racked up the awards for their per- eyes. munity like jazz band performances, pa- formances at the Sugar Bowl Battle of the “We have all had the time of our lives! I rades, veteran’s celebrations, etc. Directors Bands including the the Jackson Square want to personally thank all the parents and then can choose the bowl game for which Best Band Award, the overall highest school board members for helping us get they would like to be considered. After award a band can receive during the Sugar to this milestone. I also want to thank their audition committee goes through Bowl Battle of the Bands. The band also Mayor Bob Scott and the rest of the town hundreds of audition packets and bands are received six first place trophies for: Gen- and Veterans Groups and Women's Clubs selected for the bowl game (usually 10 per eral Effect, Music, Marching, Colorguard, that helped us fund this trip. The students, game) for the Sugar Bowl, Alamo Bowl, DrumMajor, and Class A Band. the chaperones, and everyone involved has Gator Bowl, Citrus Bowl, Liberty Bowl, “This has by far been the best trip and really gone above and beyond to showcase and Orange Bowl.” highest honor I have ever achieved in the our town and we are very proud to be able In addition to the band performing in the 23 years I have taught, and the 18 years at to honor them in this way. Thank you all parade, Franklin High School student FHS,” raved Huckabee. “We have defi- and Happy New Year!”

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Open for Dinner Wed–Sat, 5pm-’Til Chef’s Special 828.369.9999 18 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 Dale Edward Roy Grace Angel Poindexter Dale Edward Roy, 67, of Franklin, N.C., passed away Thursday, Grace Angel Poindexter, 91, of Dec. 12, 2019. Franklin, N.C., passed away Born in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Clarence and Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2019. Mary Katherine Roy. He was a member of the Sons of the Amer- Born in Macon County, she was ican Legion and the Auxiliary VFW, VVA Associate and worked at the daughter of the late Lex B. Macon Transit. Angel and Candus Gibson Angel. He is survived by Dolly Roy; two sons, Jared Roy of Port Char- In addition to her parents, she was lotte, Fla., and Jason Roy of Florida; sister, Patti Simmons of preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Howard W. Southard Akron, Ohio; and a grandson, Jayden Roy. Cecil “Britches” Poindexter; two No services are planned. brothers, Lex and JD and a sister, Rev. Howard W. Southard, at Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Mildred Tyler. She was the oldest the age of 91, went home to be Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- living member of Holly Springs with Jesus on Friday, Dec. 27, home.com. Baptist Church. She enjoyed bird 2019, after a brief period of de- watching, reading, gardening, clining health. fishing, crocheting and ceramics. A native of Macon County, he Grace Angel Poindexter Florence Bates Stamey She is survived by son, Eddie was the son of the late Albert and Poindexter (Angela Schewe) of Franklin; daughter, Celia Stancil Iola Henry Southard of Franklin, Florence Bates Stamey, 87, of (Walt) of Rabun Gap, Ga.; sister, Maude Breedlove of Bryson City; N.C. In addition to his parents, he Franklin, N.C., passed away Mon- brother, Bob Angel of Franklin; three grandchildren, Cale Stancil, was preceded in death by his wife day, Dec. 23, 2019. Lauren Poindexter Sizer and Kyle Poindexter; and two great grand- of 68 years, Joyce Ramey Born in Macon County, she was children, Ashlyn Poindexter and Jasper Stancil. Southard and a brother, Rev. the daughter of the late Jeanette Funeral service was held Monday, Dec. 23, in the Chapel of Gene Southard. Bates Guest. In addition to her Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Cale Stancil, Rev. Bud Haire and Rev. He is survived by his daugh- mother, she was preceded in death Lewis Smith officiated. Burial was in the Holly Springs Baptist ter, Brenda Wooten and husband Rev. Howard W. Southard by her husband, Jack Stamey. She Church Cemetery. Bruce; and his son, Steven was a member of Prentiss Church Pallbearers were Frank Walker, Tebor Pazar, Leighton Baze- Southard and wife Cheryl, all of Franklin. He was loved and of God. more, Brandon Higdon, Jim Green, Chris Jenkins, Tim Lee and cherished by four grandchildren, Adrienne Wooten, Tiffany Hurst, She is survived by two daugh- Steve Hood. Honorary pallbearers were Bobby Peek and Brandon Kayla Fenoglio and husband Taylor, Cody Southard and wife ters, Diane Queen and Darlene Peek. Whitney; and one great grandson, Jaydison Hurst of Franklin. He Elkins (Herman) both of Franklin; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Holly is also survived by his brother, Glenn Southard of Franklin and grandchildren, Jackie Holland Springs Baptist Church Cemetery Fund. several nieces and nephews. (Dewayne), Chris Queen, Carrie Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- He was called by God to be a Baptist preacher at the age of 35, Florence Bates Stamey Elkins, Derald Queen (Crystal), home.com. while working at General Motors in Doraville, Ga. He later re- Chelsie Devito (Levi) and Amy Queen; great grandchildren, Trey, turned to Franklin to begin his ministry of pastoring in several Dustin, Gracie, Bethany, Brylee and Maizy; and close friends, local churches which included Bible Baptist Church, Central Bap- Anne Hodges, Brenda Lee, Destiny Lee and Abigayle Stilwell. Karen Ann Sauerwein tist Church and Victory Baptist Church. He was the founding pas- Funeral service was held at Friday, Dec. 27, in the Chapel of Karen Ann Sauerwein, 68, of tor of Emmanuel Baptist Church where he is currently a member. Macon Funeral Home. Rev. S.J. Waters officiated. Burial was in He had a radio broadcast, “The Gospel Light” which aired on Franklin, N.C., passed away on the Rush Cemetery. Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019. WFSC on Sunday mornings for several years. His ministry has Pallbearers were Billy Baylog, Trey Forster, Dustin Queen, De- touched the lives of many people. Born in Bay Shore, N.Y., she wayne Holland, Levi Devito, Jamie Stamey and Derald Queen. was the daughter of Walter and He enjoyed gardening, reading, hunting, fishing, the outdoors, Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. and his pets. Mary Collins Kash. Karen was Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- Catholic by faith. Services were held Monday, Dec. 30, at Emmanuel Baptist home.com. Church with Rev. Lewis Smith, Rev. Bobby Cloer, and Rev. In addition to her parents, she Richard Salmonson officiating. Burial was at Woodlawn Ceme- is survived by four children, Lisa tery. Pallbearers were Rev. Lewis Smith, Rev. Bobby Cloer, Rev. Edyeth Horne Talley Kash of Ocala, Fla., Wendy Frank Rodriquez, Rev. Richard Salmonson, Rev. Rusty Wolfrey, Hezinger of Glen Ellyn, Ill., and Rev. Albert Grey. Other ministers of Macon County were Edyeth Horne Talley, 97, Shannon Sauerwein of Lombard, honorary pallbearers. Franklin, N.C., passed away Ill. and Heidi Kruger of Franklin; In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested donations be made Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019. She eight brothers and sisters, Walter to Emmanuel Baptist Church, 129 Emmanuel Road, Franklin, NC was born June 23, 1922, in Hart Kash II of Ocala, Fla., Patrick Karen Ann Sauerwein 28734 or Victory Christian School, 278 Victory Church Road, County, Georgia, to the late Fred Kash of West Islip, N.Y., Deborah Sylva, NC 28779. W. Horne and Arlie Herring Auer of Babylon, N.Y., Eileen Kash of Ocala, Fla., Daniel Kash of He will be missed greatly. But we don’t say goodbye, just so Miller. She was a homemaker, she West Islip, N.Y., Darlene Morizzo of Center Moriches, N.Y., Mary long, Pappaw, we will see you on the other side. We know that volunteered at the Old Angel Hos- Doreen Wildner of West Babylon, N.Y., and Thomas Kash of West heaven is now sweeter because you are there! We Love You! pital, and was a member of the Islip, N.Y.; 11 grandchildren, Matthew Kash, Colin Hezinger, VFW#7399. She was also a mem- Evan Hezinger, Shaelyn Hezinger, Tylor Giza, Andrue Giza, Ethan ber of South Macon Baptist Ortiz, Natalia Ortiz, TJ McHale, Justin Kruger and Bradyn Sauer- Mary Elizabeth Foster Chambliss Church. She enjoyed canning wein; and many nieces and nephews. green beans, caring for her cats, A memorial service will be held at a later date in Ocala, Fla. Mary Elizabeth Foster Chambliss, 91, of Franklin, N.C., passed and laughing with her many Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Condolences can be made to the family at maconfuneral- away Sunday, Dec. 15, 2019. friends. Edyeth Horne Talley Born in Carbon Hill, Ala., she was the daughter of the late She is preceded in death by her home.com. Robert Lester Foster and Ida Williams Foster. In addition to her parents; her husband, Jack Talley; daughter, Barbara Ann Talley; parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard R. sister, Dorothy Barker; two brothers, Theron Horne and Bill Miller; Chambliss Sr. She retired after 30 years from C & C Drywall and and two sisters-in-law, Phoebe S. Horne and Francis Miller. CORNERSTONE MEMORIALS was a member of Cowee Baptist Church, Franklin. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. A special thank She is survived by her son, Leonard Chambliss, Jr (Teri) of you to friends Suzanne Watson and Kristi Worrel for the compas- DOYLE YORK,Owner Franklin; sister, Margaret McDonald of Birmingham, Ala.; four sion and love that was given to Edyeth. Located at Rabun Flea Market grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; nine great great grand- A funeral service was held Tuesday, Dec. 31, at South Macon (706) 746-2548 children and two great great great grandchildren; and eight nieces Baptist Church with Rev. Albert Grey and Rev. Lewis Smith offi- and nephews. ciating. Burial followed at the Clarks Chapel United Methodist (706) 746-9977 A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Four In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the charity of Please Call For Appointment Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731. your choice. Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the fam- (706) 746-2837 Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- ily of Edyeth Talley. Online condolences can be made at 134 Market Circle • Rabun Gap, GA 30568 home.com. www.bryantgrantfuneralhome.com. THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE 19 Jill Holland Yeary Nicholas James Quinif, M.D. Jill Holland Yeary, 65, of Nicholas James Quinif, M.D., Franklin, N.C., passed away on 66, died at his home in High- Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019. lands, N.C., on Dec. 17,, 2019, Born in Macon County, she due to complications from was the daughter of the late metastatic melanoma. Ernest and Pauline “Scoot” Row- Born in Toledo, Ohio, on land Holland. In addition to her April 15, 1953, he was the son parents, she was preceded in of the late Richard Quinif and Carmen Helen Greene Jessup death by her sister, Judy Holland the late Patricia Casey. Haire. She was a Christian by A graduate of Case Western Carmen Helen Greene Jessup, 85, passed away Tuesday, Dec. faith and the much-loved daugh- Reserve University and the 24, 2019. She was born Aug. 7, 1934, in Haywood County, North ter, sister, aunt and friend to Medical College of Georgia, Carolina, to the late Clifford Wallace Greene and Myrtle Annabelle many. She will be remembered Nick, as he was known by his Wyatt Greene. She was a graduate of Western Carolina University for her smile and ability to bring friends, continued his medical with a degree in Chemistry. She retired after 30 years of service as joy to others. training at Akron General Med- a school teacher in Texas and Louisiana. She raised sheep in her Jill Holland Yeary Nicholas James Quinif M.D. She was a devoted mother to ical Center. A board-certified younger years, knitted, worked in upholstery, and completed a her son, Ernest Yeary of Franklin; two stepsons, Charles Yeary urologist, he practiced for six years in Greenville, Miss., before crossword puzzle every morning with a pen. and James Yeary both of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; two brothers, Jimmy moving to Thomasville, Ga., where he practiced for the rest of She was also a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Holland and Perry (Marie) Holland both of Franklin and several his career. At Archbold Memorial Hospital, he was a revered Franklin, N.C. special nieces and nephews. member of the medical community, serving in a variety of lead- Survivors include her four children, Margaret J. Kinard of Graveside services were held Sunday, Dec. 29, at Woodlawn ership positions, including Chief-of-Staff. He was a deacon and Shreveport, La., Joseph Charles Jessup of Whitter, N.C., Thomas Cemetery. Rev. Greg Rogers officiated. A Celebration of her life long-time member of First Presbyterian Church of Thomasville. Gregory Jessup of Vicenza, Italy, and Elizabeth Ann Henry (John was held following the graveside service at Pine Grove Baptist Upon retirement, he and his wife moved full-time to High- R.) of Alexandria, Va; four grandchildren, Daniel Kinard, D’Arcy Church fellowship hall. lands, where they had maintained a vacation home for many Holland, Cameron Kinard, and Kaylan Jessup. Pallbearers were Robby Holland, Chris Holland, Anthony Hol- years. In Highlands, he was a member of Cullasaja Club and She was preceded in death by a grandson, Joseph Charles Jes- land, John Tastinger II, Trey Woodard and Devan Sanders. Community Bible Church. sup II. Memorial donations can be made to the Macon County Special He was passionate about his patients and his family, above A memorial service was held Saturday, Dec. 28, at St. John’s Olympics North Carolina, C/O Jennifer Garrett, 1830 Lakeside all, his devoted wife. He preferred to let his actions speak Episcopal Church. Drive, Franklin, NC 28734. louder than his words and was an ideal role model for his fam- Online condolences can be left at www.bryantgrantfuneral- Macon Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. ily and community. In his free time, he loved golf, food, and home.com Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- wine (and travel that included all of the above). He was the con- Bryant-Grant Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Jes- home.com. summate host and loved sharing his culinary gifts with family sup family. and friends. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Alice McElhannon Janie Marvin Ensley Quinif; sons, Brian (Kristine) Quinif of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Laura Cascaddan Byrd Michael Quinif of Thomasville, Ga.; grandchildren, Kendall and Janie Marvin Ensley, 69, of Davis Brown and Gray Quinif; brothers, Terry, Kevin, and Eric Laura Cascaddan Byrd, 87 of Franklin, N.C., passed away on Quinif; and step-mother, Lavelle Wisenbaker. Greensboro, N.C., formerly of Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2019. Funeral service was held Saturday, Dec. 21, in the chapel of Franklin, N.C., passed away Born in Bradenton, Fla., she Macon Funeral Home, Franklin, N.C. Rev. Jo Jo Thomas will Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019. was the daughter of the late Frank officiate. Burial was at Highlands Memorial Park. Born in Avon Township, Marvin and Marian Gaines West- For memorial contributions, the family has designated New Michigan, she was the daughter cott. In addition to her parents, she Life Ministries and The Cancer Research Institute. of the late Charlie William Cas- was preceded in death by her Condolences may be made to the family at www.maconfu- caddan and Ethel Marie Judd brother, Bucky Marvin; stepfa- neralhome.com. ther, James Laurance Westcott Cascaddan. In addition to her and a special dog, Petey. She was parents, she was preceded in a member of First United death by her husband, Thad Byrd Methodist Church, the VFW and a brother, Roger Dale Cas- TheMaconCountyNews.com Ladies Auxiliary and volunteered caddan. for hospice. She is survived by three chil- She is survived by her husband of 13 years, Charles Eric Ens- dren, Sheila Keiser (Scott Keiser) ley; two daughters, Holly Hastings Lane (Bob) of Flat Rock, N.C., of Greensboro, Diana Lynn (Atwood Lynn) of Escondido, Calif., and Leigh Ann Hastings Lassausaie (Fred) of Easley, S.C.; spe- and William Wise of Canton, N.C.; two brothers, Morris Cascad- cial dog, Gracie and four grandchildren, Rachel, Noah, Gavin and dan and Gordon Cascaddan; six granddaughters and 13 great Sarah. grandchildren. Florist / Grower of A private memorial service will be held at a later date. A funeral service was held Saturday, Dec. 28, in the Chapel of Specialty Cut Flowers The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m., on Saturday, Macon Funeral Home. Rev. Gary McCoy officiated. Burial was 11485 Georgia Road, Otto, NC Jan. 4, at Macon Funeral Home. in the Woodlawn Cemetery. 1 mi. North of the State Line In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Hos- Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Soci- pice House Foundation of WNC, PO Box 815, Franklin, NC ety. 828.524.2829 28744. Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. home.com. theflowercompanync.com Condolences can be made to the family at www.maconfuneral- home.com.

Joyce B. Smith Joyce B. Smith, 103, passed away Dec. 7, 2019. She was pre- Millie’s ceded in death by her husband, Bob Smith. She was very active USED BOOK STORE while in Franklin. She and Bob were instrumental in opening the Best Sellers, Inspirationals, Westerns, Religious, first Friends of the Library Bookstore; a Honorary Lifetime mem- Hardbacks, Cookbooks & so many more ber of the N.C. Republican Women's Club; and a former Regent in the N.C. DAR. 1781 Georgia Rd., Franklin, NC • (828)369-9059 Surviving are a stepdaughter, Jensine Crossman (Buddy) Franklin; sister, Gwen Guiher, N. Canton, Ohio; Special niece, Jodi Open: Tues–Fri 10–5 Boss, St. Mary's, Ga.; and two other nieces and a nephew. Sat 10–2; Closed Sun & Mon No services were held. 20 THE MACON COUNTY NEWS & SHOPPING GUIDE VOLUME 37 NUMBER 32 THURSDAY, JANUARY 2, 2020 NASCAR NEWS Throwback weekend 2020 set at Darlington Raceway PPPRRO RAACACIACINACING THHIHIS WEEEEEK Racing News, Stats & Trivia DARLINGTON, SOUTH CAROLINA –In year six of its award-winning throwback weekend, Darlington Raceway will This Week’s Racing News All-Time Top Driver’s Bio celebrate "NASCAR’s Champions…Past, Present and Future" Junior Johnson, moonshiner turned NASCAR legend, Dale Earnhardt Sr. and "New Traditions…First Race of the 2020 NASCAR Cup died at 88 Born: April 29, 1951 Series Playoffs" for its 2020 throwback campaign. Junior Johnson, the son of a North Carolina bootlegger who Cup wins: 76 The "Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR" will be became one of the fi rst superstars of NASCAR in the 1950s Cup top-tens: 428 celebrated during the track’s 71st running of the famed South- and 1960s, has died. He was 88. NASCAR announced Cup championships: 7 ern 500® (NASCAR Cup Series) and Sport Clips Haircuts Johnson’s death Friday. No cause was given, but a statement from the racing association said Johnson “had been in declining health and entered Dale Earnhardt was born in Kannapolis, North VFW 200 (NASCAR Xfinity Series) on Labor Day weekend, Carolina in 1951. He dropped out of school to Sept. 4-6. hospice care earlier this week.” “Junior Johnson truly was the ‘Last American begin his racing career. Earnhardt’s fi rst race Darlington Raceway will honor all the past champions of Hero,’” said NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France, referencing the title of in the Cup Series was in 1975 at the Charlotte a 1965 Esquire magazine essay about Johnson by author Tom Wolfe. “From Motor Speedway in North Carolina. Earnhardt the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series during fi nished 22nd in the race, one place ahead of his the weekend, which will coincide with the start of the his early days running moonshine through the end of his life, Junior wholly future car owner, Richard Childress. Earnhardt NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs (Sept. 6) and the future crown- embodied the NASCAR spirit. He was an inaugural NASCAR Hall of Famer, competed in 8 more races until 1979, when he a nod to an extraordinary career as both a driver and team owner.” joined car owner Rod Osterlund Racing. In his ing of another champion at ISM Raceway in November. rookie season, Earnhardt won one race at Bristol, "Celebrating our NASCAR Champions – past, present and captured four poles, and won Rookie of the Year future – during our 2020 Throwback Weekend is a great tie-in Racing History Racing Trivia honors. In his sophomore season, Earnhardt, won his fi rst Cup championship. He would go on to win Dec. 28, 1921 - Nelson Stacy, who won four Cup for Darlington hosting the opening round of the NASCAR Cup How many championships did the championship six more times in 1986, 1987, races in 45 starts, was born on this day. After Series Playoffs," Darlington Raceway President Kerry Tharp Junior Johnson win during his 1990, 1991, 1993 and 1994. Earnhardt died as a fi nishing 12th in his Cup debut at Dayton (Ohio) driving career? result of injuries in a crash on the fi nal lap of the said. "There is so much history and correlation between Speedway in 1952, Stacy didn’t make another ? 2001 Daytona 500. Earnhardt’s car was turned NASCAR champions and Darlington race winners that this start until 1961. He won his fi rst race that year, at a) 0 c) 2 from behind after contacting the car driven by Throwback theme makes our 2020 event that much more spe- Darlington, and won three more in 1962. He is the Sterling Marlin into the outside wall nose-fi rst,

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have won 71 total championships since 1949. Drivers with 1962, was ARCA champion from 1958 to 1960. a won never Johnson a) : dead at 5:16 p.m. He was 49 years old. multiple championships include: Richard Petty (7 champi- onships), Dale Earnhardt (7), Jimmie Johnson (7), Jeff Gordon (4), Lee Petty (3), David Pearson (3), Cale Yarborough (3), Renewing fans receive many outstanding benefits for being 6, 2020. Throwback Weekend coverage will once again be Darrell Waltrip (3), Tony Stewart (3), Herb Thomas (2), Tim a loyal customer for Labor Day weekend. covered in its entirety on NBCSN, MRN and SiriusXM. The Flock (2), Buck Baker (2), Joe Weatherly (2), Ned Jarrett (2), Renewal benefits include: NASCAR Xfinity Series Sport Clips Haircuts VFW 200 will Terry Labonte (2) and Kyle Busch (2). Seventeen drivers have – The best value of the season for the Southern 500® and race on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2020. You can keep up with all of the one championship each. Sport Clips Haircuts VFW 200. latest news from Darlington Raceway at DarlingtonRace- Additionally, there were 19 years in which the NASCAR – Convenient four-part payment plan. way.com, on Facebook at Facebook.com/DarlingtonRaceway Cup Series champion won one or more Darlington races in the – First to upgrade or relocate seats during the special relo- and on Twitter at Twitter.com/TooToughToTame. same year. cation window. In the NASCAR Xfinity Series, 29 different drivers have – One free admission to the Darlington Raceway Museum. Statement from NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France won the series’ championship since 1982. Drivers with multi- – Special renewal pricing for Southern 500 pit passes ($15 on the Passing of Junior Johnson ple championships include: Jack Ingram (2), Sam Ard (2), savings). DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – "Junior Johnson truly was the Larry Pearson (2), Randy LaJoie (2), Dale Earnhardt Jr. (2), – Special renewal pricing for an exclusive VIP "Untamed ‘Last American Hero.’ From his early days running moonshine Kevin Harvick (2), Martin Truex Jr. (2), Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Access" race day experience. through the end of his life, Junior wholly embodied the (2) and Tyler Reddick (2). Twenty drivers have one champi- – Fans can create custom "Weekend Ticket Packages" sav- NASCAR spirit. He was an inaugural NASCAR Hall of onship each. ing up to $60 per person for tickets, pit passes and scanners. Famer, a nod to an extraordinary career as both a driver and Renewal brochures will be mailed in early January, but fans Guests may renew their tickets and campsites by calling 866- team owner. Between his on-track accomplishments and his may log in to their accounts now to receive exclusive renewal 459-RACE (7223) or visiting introduction of Winston to the sport, few have contributed to benefits. Renewing tickets early guarantees great seats for the www.DarlingtonRaceway.com/renewals. The renewal dead- the success of NASCAR as Junior has. The entire NASCAR 2020 playoff race and throwback weekend prior to the open- line is Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. family is saddened by the loss of a true giant of our sport, and ing of all remaining seats to the general public on Friday, Feb- The Tradition Continues on Labor Day weekend as the we offer our deepest condolences to Junior’s family and ruary 21, 2020. NASCAR Cup Series Southern 500® is set for Sunday, Sept. friends during this difficult time."

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You’ve got the truck, TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR STUDIO APARTMENT at Heritage CARENET THRIFT STORE 268 E. REACH FOR BARGAINSin Heritage Hol- M 2BD/1BA with W/D, $625/monthly. Hollow, kitchenette, separate bath and Palmer St., Franklin, Hours, Monday low is open Mon.-Sat. 10am to 4pm. Pro- Now get the accessories! Plus Security. (828)332-7175. dressing area. Newly re-modeled. through Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday ceeds benefit Victims of Domestic Violence $550.00 per month with $550.00 se- 9am-1pm. 100% of proceeds benefit and Sexual Assault in Macon County. For Lift Kits UNIQUE RENTAL HOME in Ridge- curity deposit. (Includes water/sewer the Mission of CareNet to help bridge More Information call 369-2040. crest Heights - Main house: Oversized and up to $75.00 per month electric.) the gap during times of crisis for fami- Wheels & Tires 3BD/2BA, stackable washer - dryer, Call (828)524-5601, (828)421-3501 or lies in Macon County. (828)349-9064. and an attached 1br, 1 bath 2 story Misc. For Sale Off Road (828)421-1514. Bumpers Apt. With washer/dryer. $1400 per FHS BAND RAFFLE Tickets $10 each month, $1,400 security deposit, Elec- or $40 for 5 tickets. prizes include 14K FRESH GEORGIA PECANS Thurs- 5th Wheel tric is metered to the 3/2. 3/2 Tenant ReaReall Estate Gold Bracelet, Gift Cards, Knife Set, days,H 2-4 p.m. In Front of VFW across Hitches could rent Apt. for at least $600+ in- Restaurant Gift Certificates and More! from Ace. Limited Papershells Available. Towing Packages cludes utilities. One year lease. FOR SALE BY OWNER 12.71 Acres, Drawing end of January. View Items on 6”x12” ENCLOSED TRAILER New Vehicle Lighting (828)371-6844. Stream,R 4 acres grass then woods, Wade Shope’s fb Page. Tickets call R Tires, Tows Good $1,800. (828)349- Long Range Views, Good Road, Will (828)524-6467 or (828)482-2246. Truck Cap & STUDIO APARTMENT Close to 0141. Divide. (828)421-4582. Tonneau Covers town, $550/monthly, $350 Security HABITAT RE-STORE 56 W Palmer Deposit, Water, Garbage Included. St., Franklin. Furniture, Lighting, FARMERS MARKET Winter Season Nerf Bars No Pets. Non-smoking (828)371- Plumbing, Building Materials, Doors & 10am-Noon, every Saturday. Produce, Window Tint Commercial Rentals honey, trout, artisan breads, pastries, 6844. Commercial Rentals Windows, Appliances & More! Hours Tool Boxes 9957 Georgia Rd. • Otto, NC 10am-4pm Mon.-Sat. (828)524-5273. roasted coffee beans, preserves, hand- QUIET 2BD/1BA Completely Fur- COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL Build- 828-349-4500 B Hours for the Sylva Re-Store,1315 W. crafted soaps, eggs, peonies, lamb, mi- Winches nished, with W/D. Private Setting. ing for Sale or Rent! Approximately Main St. are Mon.-Sat., 10am-4pm, crogreens. 200 Block East Palmer. Close to Town Outside Porch. Stor- 1100 sq. feet, 5 rooms, kitchen, one (828)586-1800. age Building. $695/monthly, 6 bathroom, lots of parking. City water/Sewer. $750 per month rent. month lease required. Security De- Musical Instruments Jerry Zeus Stilwell, Jr. We Service Both Sale price $99,500. Call (828)421- ZEUS’ * posit. No pets, non-smoking. Repaired PROPRIETOR Foreign & Domestic Vehicles! * (828)342-4897. 3501 or (828)524-5601. Cell: 828.342.8416 SUBSCRIBE! GREAT IN TOWN LOCATION! Com- $ 00 REASONABLE! MoMotortor Vehicles mercial Office Building with private of- 12 Months - 29. fices, next to United Community Bank $ 00 2004 BMW 330L Very Nice Condition and Kountry Kitchen. High traffic count 6 Months - 16. $3,250.C 2007 Mercury Montego. Ex- and good visibility from road. Easy Ac- $ 00 cess! $600.00 per month with $600.00 3 Months - 11. cellent Condition. 4 Door. V6 Auto- (includes tax) matic $1,750. 2002 BMW Convertible. security deposit. (Includes 5796 Sylva Road • 441 North • Franklin, North Carolina 28734 Excellent Condition. New Paint. New water/sewer). Lamplighter (828)524- 5601 or (828)421-3501. TEL: 828.349.2800 Email: [email protected] Tires $4,000 Firm (828)421-7835, (828)369-7904. AUTO PARTS/COLLISION Parts: Wanted Bumpers, Fenders, Headlights and 26 W. Main St. Franklin, NC Used Parts, Motors, Transmissions, WANTED TO BUY U.S. and Foreign Accessories. Installation Available. Coins. Call Dan (828)421-1616. Any Franklin Body Shop. (828)524-7494. Quantity, Coins Also For Sale. [email protected] Buy, Trade & Sales Lessons Call Peter (828)524-1010 TheMaconCountyNews.com

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Matt Iannuzzi Licensed Nurses, CNAs, (828)371-8544 [email protected] Broker/Associate MDS Nurse, and Dietary Aide.

#43 - Porter Street access with this 800+ SF New pay structure offered OF office or retail space. Carpet down. $800 per month lease. along with a SIGN ON BONUS

#45 - High visibility office or retail space for Licensed Nurses and CNAs. available. 1,300+ SF. Two entry doors. Come check us out. HOME Lots of windows equals bright natural light.

THE Carpet down. $1,000 per month lease.

#16 - West Palmer Street. 600+ SF. Apply in person Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm, Great location on the front of Palmer visit maconvalley.com to request more

NATION’S #1 SPRAYED-IN BED LINER Street Mall. $550 per month lease. information, or call Mary Beth TRADE INS ACCEPTED 143 Porter Street. 2,000 SF bank building. @ 828-524-7806. Drive thru. Ample parking. Great condition, 555 Wells Grove Rd. | Franklin, NC | 828-349-5255 3195 Old Murphy Rd., Franklin, NC ready to move in. $2,500 per month lease. 10 W. PALMER ST., FRANKLIN, NC ultimatetruckaccessoriesonline.com PALMER STREET MALL